Why
The VISIT Collective?
The name VISIT comes from 1000 VISITS, a professional growth model we designed to transform how people learn and improve—through purposeful connection, curiosity, and trust.
A visit isn’t about judgment or evaluation. It’s about showing up, observing, reflecting, and building something better—together.
VISIT stays at the heart of our name because that spirit of curiosity and connection drives everything we do.
We added Collective because we believe the best work happens in partnership. Growth takes root when people connect with purpose, build trust, and take meaningful action.
The Founders
Tara Eppinger
Tara is a dynamic leader and systems thinker who thrives at the intersection of people, purpose, and process. With a background in the sciences and over a decade of leadership experience, she has a track record of fostering cultures of growth, curiosity, and reflection.
Tara earned her B.S. from Duke University and her M.A. from Wake Forest University. She designs experiences and structures that help educators lead from within — whether they’re in the classroom, on a team, or shaping school wide change. She is skilled at facilitating honest conversations, building psychological safety, and turning abstract values into concrete practice.
At The VISIT Collective, Tara brings clarity, empathy, and strategic vision to every partnership. Her work helps teams not just adapt to change, but lead it — with confidence and coherence.
Outside The VISIT Collective, Tara enjoys diving into historical fiction—especially novels that center on women who lead, persist, and make their mark. She loves vacationing at the beach and the mountains, and is an avid long distance runner.
Jenn Garci
Jenn is an energetic consultant, strategist, and leadership coach known for helping organizations build thriving teams, streamline operations, and design systems that fuel meaningful growth. With a strong background in leadership development, training, and organizational strategy, she brings a global perspective and deep insight into how individuals and teams succeed.
With a master’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Jenn has led large-scale initiatives, transforming traditional structures into flexible, scalable models that deliver lasting impact across industries.
At The VISIT Collective, Jenn brings operational expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and a relentless focus on moving organizations from intention to action. She’s also known for delivering energizing workshops, coaching leaders through change, and designing practical solutions that stick.
Outside The VISIT Collective, Jenn loves attending concerts (especially alternative, 80s, and rock en español), visiting her home state of Maine, kayaking all waters, and traveling the world!
COLLECTIVELY, Jenn and Tara are a powerhouse duo, blending deep expertise in systems thinking, organizational development, and growth models rooted in collaboration, and clarity. They balance each other naturally — Humanities and Science, Poetry and Data, Extrovert and Introvert — bringing complementary strengths and perspectives to every project.
Their leadership approach centers on building authentic relationships, designing sustainable systems, and creating environments where people and organizations connect, build, and thrive. With decades of combined leadership experience, Tara and Jenn turn ideas into action and frameworks into lasting, meaningful impact.